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We of the Never Never

We of the Never NeverDirector: Igor Auzins
Actor: Angela Punch McGregor; Arthur Dignam; John Jarratt; Lewis Fitz-Gerald; Tommy Lewis
Studio: Tango Entertainment

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Seller: Entertainment Treasures
Rating: 4.5 out of 5 stars 10 reviews
Sales Rank: 34068

Format: Color, DVD, Full length, NTSC
Language: English (Original Language)
Rating: G (General Audience)
Aspect Ratio: 2.35:1
Number Of Discs: 1
Running Time: 134 Minutes
Shipping Weight (lbs): 0.2
Dimensions (in): 7.1 x 5.4 x 0.6

MPN: DTE1044D
UPC: 844628010443
EAN: 0844628010443
ASIN: B000FDFSXQ

Theatrical Release Date: 1982
Release Date: June 27, 2006
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Studio: Tango Entertainment Inc Release Date: 06/27/2006 Run time: 134 minutes


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4 out of 5 stars Absorbing historical movie   December 31, 2004
F. J. Harvey (Birmingham England)
22 out of 23 found this review helpful

This is based on a memoir by the pioneer Australian woman ,Aeneas Gunn about her years on a cattle station in the Australian outback around the turn of the last century and is beautiful looking movie .Strikingly shot and with a haunting score by Peter Best it is also wonderfully well acted by a non -stellar cast of Australian performers .
It is an absorbing study of life on the frontier which while slow moving is involving throughout not least for its distinctly Australian feel
It is a movie I unreservedly recommend for its insights into a distant world remote in both place and time



4 out of 5 stars Subtle, but involving   July 29, 2002
Barbara B. (Oregon, USA)
23 out of 25 found this review helpful

I saw this film many years ago and it was unforgettable. I re-watched it recently and I was not disappointed. One of the most realistic views of Australian history and the impact of the white settlers on the Aboriginal culture.

What's wonderful is that there is no real "villain" here -- the characters are subtle (something American filmmakers should learn) and interesting. The ending is a bit flat but that may be merely a typical American need for a big finale. Don't let it stop you from watching this film.

But whatever you do -- DO NOT READ THE BLURB ON THE BACK! It gives away the entire story (including the ending).


5 out of 5 stars An Australian Classic   July 11, 2000
Marcie E. Bloom (Chicago, Illinois United States)
20 out of 22 found this review helpful

Back in the 70's, the Australian Government generously funded the arts and the film industry, and this film is one of the greats from that period -considered to be the "golden age" of australian filmaking.

If you are interested in knowing more about australian history, and the tragic consequences of white settlement for the aboriginal people, this is a good film to start with.

The moral complexities of the tragedy are reminicent of the recent film "dead heart". I would also recommend the film "walkabout".

There is something about the way the lead aboriginal character holds a certain kind of quiet dignity that is heartbreaking to watch. I do not agree with leonard maltin that this film fails to pack a dramatic punch. This is a beautiful and emotional film, and i would recommend it as part of any film studies course that is dealing with the australian genre.


4 out of 5 stars Absorbing and Poignant Australian Movie   May 14, 2007
Peter Baklava (Charles City, Iowa)
3 out of 3 found this review helpful

First and foremost, "We of the Never Never" must be counted as a visually beautiful film, a triumph of cinematography which reveals the Australian outback in all its splendor. Gary Hansen won a well deserved award for the cinematography.

The story (adapted from a true account by "Mrs. Aeneas Gunn") follows an Australian pioneer bride with a budding feminist sensibility as she learns to live in the Aussie wilderness, at the cattle station run by her new husband.

Jeannie Gunn (played by Angela Punch McGregor) is a woman of determination. She refuses to accept the "code of stoic suffering" embraced by the cattle ranchers, nor will she abide their condescension toward the Aboriginal people, who are treated as slaves.

Beyond the highlighted social issues, "We of the Never Never" is a film that becomes powerful in its unsentimental portrayal of death. Death treats the lowly and the privileged equally, and the death scenes in this movie are utterly, tragically believable. The culminating scene between Jeannie and her husband is very touching. Arthur Dignam, who plays the husband, gives a nuanced performance, the best performance in the film.

As a bonus, there is a beguiling musical score by Peter Best, which features strings, cor anglais, and digeridoo.

CAUTIONARY NOTE: Heavy Australian accents should have dictated that this dvd come equipped with subtitles. It does not, and for that omission I deduct one star.



5 out of 5 stars One of the best films ever made....   March 15, 2007
DONALD A. MCELVANEY (Seguin TX)
3 out of 3 found this review helpful

This is one of the most remarkable films ever made. The casting - the story - the cinematography - an all round excellent film. The soundtrack adds a lot to the emotion and excitement of the story line. I would recommend this film to anyone. It has depth of meaning. A very worthwhile film. I am so grateful that is is now available in Region 1. It has been a long time coming and well worth the wait. Buy it sight unseen and you will never regret it.

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